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Branch Bank In Hettingen

Branch Bank In Hettingen
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BRANCH BANK IN HETTINGEN

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ARCHITECTS
Ecker Architekten

AREA
100.0 m2

YEAR
2007

LOCATION
Heidelberg, Germany

CATEGORY
Services

A new glass banking pavilion for Hettingen signals an investment in the future of the community.

Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
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The transparency of the façade invites bank clientele while confidently demonstrating state-of-the-art security measures.

The modern building contrasts markedly with the surrounding residential zone of traditional houses and gardens.

Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Hand-polished aluminum curtain walls suspend glass panes of 3.7 meters in height.

The flat roof edge conceals exterior sun-shades. The timeless, modern appearance extends through the building interiors.

A free-standing cabinet wall conceals all of the technical functions of the bank, and gives character to the spaces for customer service and private transactions.

Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
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The building is supported by six cruciform columns, and lighting, cooling and security monitoring devices are concealed in a plenum above a ceiling of fine aluminum louvers.

With this new building, the bank has re-established its presence in this traditional town with a decidedly modern architecture.

Branch Bank In Hettingen
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Branch Bank In Hettingen
Branch Bank In Hettingen


Branch Bank In Hettingen
Branch Bank In Hettingen

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